Edgar Lerma, M.D.
NPI 1841279981 · Nephrology Physician · Evergreen Park, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edgar Lerma, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Evergreen Park, IL (NPI 1841279981).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841279981
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036097893 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,676 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, Per Day, Less Than Full Month Service (20 Years Or Older)90970 | 1,011 | $9 |
| Dialysis Services, Per Day, Less Than Full Month Service (20 Years Or Older)90970 | 348 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 326 | $116 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 226 | $77 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 183 | $68 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 183 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 69 | 19 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 40 | — |
| Spironolactone | 27 | — |
| Lisinopril | 19 | — |
| Ferric Citratebrand: Auryxia | 18 | — |
| Irbesartan | 16 | — |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45,886 across 33 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-16
- Last updated
- 2025-07-28
- Certified
- 2025-07-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edgar Lerma's NPI number?
- Edgar Lerma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841279981, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edgar Lerma's specialty?
- Edgar Lerma is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edgar Lerma located?
- Edgar Lerma's practice location on file with NPPES is 3358 W 95th St, Evergreen Park, IL 60805.
- What is Edgar Lerma's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edgar Lerma is (708) 952-3040.
- Does Edgar Lerma accept Medicare?
- Edgar Lerma is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edgar Lerma's NPI active?
- Yes — Edgar Lerma's NPI (1841279981) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.